The Project OPEN Media Hub: Networking, on-the-job training and support to media professionals across the EU Neighbourhood area (EuropeAid/136510/DH/SER/Multi) is part of the European Union Programme OPEN Neighbourhood: opportunities, participation, engagement and networking” and is implemented by a consortium led by Thomson Foundation. The Consortium includes Action Global, European Journalism Centre, Free Press Unlimited, France Médias Monde, Ipsos Mori and Particip. The OPEN Media Hub project follows up on two previous EU funded projects – the Media Neighborhood and the European Neighbourhood Journalism Network.

The Great Armenian Revolution: 13 Lessons for Moldova

ALL STORIES ARE FREE OF USE WITH ATTRIBUTION TO THE AUTHOR/PRODUCTION OUTLET WITH THE FOLLOWING MENTION: “This production by (name of author(s) from (production outlet) was supported by the OPEN Media Hub with funds provided by the EU”.

7th January 2019

Short summary: The peaceful revolution which took place in Armenia in April-May 2018 keeps exciting the entire world. UN SecGen Antonio Guterres called te process of transition of power a “fantastic” example of the regulation of political relations between the people and the government. To study the phenomenon researchers from across the globe gather in Armenia. Newsmaker’s correspondent Marina Shupak also visited Yerevan to find out what lessons Moldova can learn from the “Velvet Revolution” of Armenia.